My cat fought another cat. He's in pain and swollen. What should I do?

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He got into a fight with another cat a week ago now he looks like this and he is in pain. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 10 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

That is a very nasty abscess! These are extremely common in cat fights and bites as cats can carry a lot of saliva that cause infection under the skin. It would be best to seek care as soon as you can as they usually require drainage and thorough cleaning under sedation from a vet, as well as a course of antibiotics to help it heal. You will also want to keep Chuckles from licking or chewing at it with the use of an Elizabethan (cone) collar. If he'll let you, wiping any debris away with a clean washcloth can help, however if it is that badly swollen and painful already, seeking vet care ASAP is needed.

My cat fought another cat. He's in pain and swollen. What should I do?

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